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The Castaways (Nantucket, #2)

Elin Hilderbrand
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The Castaways (Nantucket, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009

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Elin Hilderbrand

The Castaways (Nantucket, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

359

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nantucket, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Castaways by Elin Hilderbrand follows a close-knit group of friends on Nantucket grappling with the aftermath of a tragic accident. As secrets and emotions surface, each person's perspective reveals complex connections and personal struggles within the group, highlighting themes of friendship, loss, and forgiveness.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

68,014 ratings

62%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Castaways by Elin Hilderbrand offers a compelling narrative about friendship and loss among Nantucket couples. Readers praise its vivid setting and engaging emotional depth but note that the large cast of characters can make the plot feel crowded. The novel caters to fans of character-driven stories, though some may find the multiple perspectives challenging to follow.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Castaways (Nantucket, #2)?

Readers who enjoy intricate relationships and emotional depth will love The Castaways by Elin Hilderbrand. Fans of Luanne Rice's Beach Girls and Kristin Hannah's Firefly Lane will find the same captivating stories of friendship and resilience set against the backdrop of picturesque coastal settings.

4.0

68,014 ratings

62%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

359

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nantucket, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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